Pera Uni and Thai delegation discuss collaborations
View(s):The University of Peradeniya has discussed possible collaborative programmes with Thailand during a visit of a delegation from the Thai Embassy in Colombo.
The university said discussions focused on multiple areas of collaboration between the University of Peradeniya and the Thai delegation.
Vice Chancellor Prof Terrence Madhujith provided an overview of the University of Peradeniya, including its faculties, academic programmes, staff, students, postgraduate institutions, research initiatives, grant opportunities, etc. The Dean of the Faculty of Agriculture emphasized the importance of expanding organic agriculture initiatives while leveraging Sri Lanka’s expertise in sustainable farming.
There was also an exchange of ideas regarding functional foods, nutraceuticals, and biotechnology, with a focus on strengthening agricultural certification processes to align with EU and UK standards.
The Dean of the Faculty of Medicine proposed collaborative research in anesthesiology, critical care, maternal care, and tropical medicine, particularly addressing challenges related to snakebites and pain management.
He also mentioned that obtaining a research license with Thailand would be beneficial in facilitating smoother collaboration and expanding joint research opportunities.
The Faculty of Dental Sciences highlighted potential joint research opportunities in oral cancer and the role of herbal medicine in oral health. The discussion also explored the possibility of exchange programmes for students and faculty members in the medical sciences to enhance knowledge-sharing and academic exposure.
Representatives from the Department of Environmental Sciences proposed collaborative efforts in climate-smart agriculture and carbon neutrality, recognizing the need for joint research on biodiversity conservation and environmental policy. The significance of GIS and remote sensing applications in agriculture and environmental management was also discussed as a potential area for cooperation.
The Faculty of Engineering highlighted the need for joint research in AI and data science. The Vice Chancellor also introduced ongoing projects related to water research and chronic kidney disease, seeking Thai collaboration to further advance these initiatives. Additionally, potential partnerships were explored in engineering projects and technology exchange programmes.
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